Consent
Tory candidate says he apologized for letter urging people to dress ‘more modestly’ to avoid rape
“The concern I have is that certain things attract certain people,” Tim Durkin wrote in 2013. Continue reading
‘No means no’ consent training overlooks nuances of sex: experts
Consent should be “freely given, reversible, informed, enthusiastic and specific,” said one expert. Continue reading
Schools tackle sexual assault even before students hit campus
By Mike Le Couteur Global National Ottawa Correspondent
One in five women arriving on a Canadian university or college campus this week will experience sexual violence while studying at a post-secondary institution, the Canadian Federation of Students says. Continue reading
Fringe Festival performer apologizes after incident at late-night cabaret
The issue of consent is in the spotlight at the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival after an incident at a late night show on Wednesday. Continue reading
Man’s decision not to wear condom, after agreeing to, is sexual assault: Ontario judge
The judge found the man’s actions amounted to fraud and caused a significant risk of serious bodily harm. Continue reading
Regina restaurants to join campaign for sexual assault prevention
By Taylor Braat Online Producer
Local restaurants will serve beverages on coasters with messaging like #NotAskingForIt, aligning with the YWCA’s ‘Blamé’ campaign. Continue reading
Edmonton woman quits Claire’s job after refusing to pierce crying 7-year-old’s ears
Raylene Marks says she quit her job at a Claire’s accessories store in Edmonton after refusing to pierce the ears of a sobbing seven-year-old who begged her mom to go home. Continue reading
UBC frat council votes to require all members to attend yearly workshops on healthier masculinity
All fraternity brothers will be required to attend yearly workshops on sexual consent, bystander intervention training and healthier masculinity. Continue reading
Province introduces new legislation that would allow medical records to be disclosed without consent
The province has introduced a new legislation that would allow disclosure of personal health information in certain circumstances. Continue reading
What the Brett Kavanaugh allegations reveal about alcohol and sexual assault
The allegations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh shine a spotlight on how society handles sexual assault when alcohol is involved. Continue reading